Home   |      Home  >  Guides  >  Learning to Dance   1)  Learning to Dance   1.1) Benefits of Dance   1.2) Methods of Learning     a) Progressive Classes     b) Drop-In/Open Classes     c) Private Classes     d) Workshops     e) Videos     f) Watch and Learn   1.3) Which dance should I learn?   1.4) What will I learn?   1.5) How to pick an instructor     a) Is the more expensive instructor better?     b) Instructor to Student Ratio     c) Male or Female Instructor     d) Is the best dancer always the best teacher?     e) Are instructors who teach many dances better?     f) Location and Venue     g) Class Atmosphere     h) Ask Around     i) Changing Schools     j) Skills of a Dance Instructor     k) Evaluating an Instructor's Skills   1.6) The Learning Process     a) How long will it take me to become a good dancer?     b) Enjoy Your Growing Pains (4 Zones) - By Nicole DaSilva     c) I already have a background in dance. Will I learn faster?     d) Do guys and girls learn differently? (Applies to partner dances only)     e) Do girls (followers) need to take lessons? (Applies to partner dances only)     f) Am I ready to progress?   1.7) Getting the most out of your classes     a) Practice     b) Tips for remembering what you've learned.     c) Know the music     d) Be on time     e) Get Feedback   1.8) Do I need special shoes or dancewear?   1.9) Do I need a dance partner to learn? (Applies to partner dances only)   1.10) I have two left feet. I'm not sure this is for me. © 2006 Coenix Inc. All rights reserved. Home  |   About Us  |   Contact Us  |   Terms of Use